6.2 - Helical Gears
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Practice Questions
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What is a helical gear?
💡 Hint: Think about how the teeth are arranged.
What does the pitch circle represent?
💡 Hint: Consider where the gears would 'effectively' engage each other.
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What is the primary advantage of helical gears compared to spur gears?
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of their design.
The term 'pitch circle' refers to:
💡 Hint: Consider where the gears meet.
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A gear train consists of two helical gears. If Gear A has a pressure angle of 20 degrees and Gear B, 30 degrees, discuss the implications for torque transmission.
💡 Hint: Think about how the pressure angle influences load capacity.
If a helical gear experiences interference due to incorrect modifications, discuss potential failure outcomes.
💡 Hint: Consider real-world implications of gear design errors.
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